Study: Half of Americans Not Prepared for Retirement
A new study from the Federal Reserve shows that half of Americans surveyed have either given “a little” or no thought at all to preparing for their retirement.
Finance
Contributing to an IRA Outside of the TSP
Under what circumstances can you contribute to a Roth IRA outside of the TSP?
Recommendation for Financial Planners
What are some good resources for finding a financial planner?
Government Matching in TSP When You Are Over 50
If you are over age 50, does the maximum contribution you can make to the TSP change?
How Are My Retirement Earnings Taxed?
I retired from the Federal Government on 1/03/2013 and I need to know how my federal tax is calculated.
Does Your Teen Understand Money?
Your teen will soon receive credit cards, a checking account and an ATM card. Simple financial tools like these, if used irresponsibly, can damage your teen’s financial good name for years or even decades. Make sure they understand how these instruments work. Start with these questions.
2014 TSP Contribution Limits
Federal employees can contribute up to $17,500 in employee contributions to the TSP in 2014.
Would a Shutdown Affect Social Security Payments?
Will you continue to get your Social Security payments if the government shuts down?
The Social Security Life Expectancy Puzzle
How long can one expect to live? It can vary according to the Social Security calculator.
Tax Changes for 2013
The Internal Revenue Service has announced annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2013, including the tax rate schedules, and other tax changes from the recently passed American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012.
